Electrical Engineer – Entry Level

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field.

 

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:[Department of Defense Secret security clearance is preferred at time of hire.] Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities for this Position

ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:

As an Electrical Hardware Design Engineer- Entry Level, you will be a key part of a cross-functional team responsible for designing complex and mission-critical systems. You will have the opportunity to develop/learn all program phases, including requirements analysis, system power schematic and interconnect design, cabling and wire harness design and routing activities, and supporting the manufacturing, integration & test, and qualification of the hardware system. You will collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop systems that meet our customers high expectations. In this role, you will primarily support the Land and Airborne Systems business area developing mission computers, sensor processors, and communication network systems, with opportunities to work across GDMS.

 

We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills, experiences or desire to learn: designing AC/DC System level Power distribution schematics and Signal Interconnects, cabling and wiring harness designs using MS Visio.  Circuit breaker scheduling and system load balancing of Single-phase and 3PH power systems.  Power and Signal cabling and Wire Run List design.  VPX backplane connectivity design.  Working knowledge of lab equipment including oscilloscopes and Ethernet network testers.

 

What sets you apart:  

• High Level understanding of the hardware development process throughout the lifecycle of a program
• Some experience/knowlegde with EMI cable and wiring harness design
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Visio for Engineering drawing designs
• Background in test, troubleshooting, and reading System level Power schematics and Interconnects
• Exceptional communication skills
• Collaborative team player committed to ongoing professional development for yourself

Our Commitment to You:

• An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
• Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security
• Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
• Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
• See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

 Workplace Options:

This position is fully on-site or Hybrid/Flex. Some program assignments will require an on-site presence. While on-site, you will be a part of our Taunton, Massachusetts facility. We invite you to learn more about us and apply at: GDMS Careers #LI-Hybrid.

Salary Note

This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Combined Salary Range

USD $77,843.00 - USD $86,358.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans